We are thrilled to announce that the Employee Forum’s Secretary Charlissa Rice was named the winner of the 2026 Erskine B. Bowles Staff Service Award. 🎉
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Another stated: “Her leadership strengthens our university and extends its impact beyond our campus, advancing a culture of meaningful service and authentic engagement that reflects the very heart of Carolina.”
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Congratulations, Charlissa! We are so thrilled you’ve received this well-earned recognition. You are Carolina Excellence personified! 🐏💙
#ErskineBBowles #UNCEmployeeForum #UNCStaff #Excellence
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🎉 Thank you to the incredible local businesses that donated and supported the UNC Chapel Hill Employee Forum Scavenger Hunt! Your generosity helped make this event a success, and we are so grateful for your partnership and support.
#UNCEmployeeForum #UNCStaff
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Our generous donors include:
UNC-CH Chancellor's Office
@unc_hr
@cafearomatic
@CarolinaInn
Chatham Outfitters
ClayWorx Studios
Crazy Alan's Emporium
CYCLEBAR Chapel Hill
@FlyleafBooks
@DinerHope
@LanzasCafe
@makusempanadas
Serpentine Salon
@squidschnc
Starrlight Mead
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The Employee Forum advocates for UNC-Chapel Hill staff, bringing issues that affect all employees to the attention of the Chancellor and his team. Attend in-person or RSVP to attend via Zoom on our website up until the day before the meeting.🗓️
go.unc.edu/EFMeetingRSVP
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The Employee Forum is excited to highlight the incredible delegates who serve our campus community. 🐏💙✨
Jennifer Young is executive assistant to the dean at the Eshelman School of Pharmacy.

ALT Employee Forum Delegate Spotlight with photo of Forum delegate Jennifer Young, the Employee Forum and UNC logos, and text that reads 'EMPLOYEE FORUM DELEGATE SPOTLIGHT Jennifer Young Eshelman School of Pharmacy "Serving as a delegate gives me the opportunity to represent my colleagues, learn more about issues across the University, and contribute to making Carolina an even better place to work."'
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Outside of work, Jennifer enjoys spending time with family, exploring antique and vintage shops, decorating and tackling creative projects, reading and listening to audiobooks, and staying active through Pilates and strength training.
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Of her efforts with the Employee Forum, she says, “I’m proud to serve as a voice for my colleagues, learn more about the issues affecting Carolina’s workforce, and contribute to a community committed to making UNC an even better place to work.”
#UNCEmployeeForum #UNCStaff
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🔎🏆 That’s all, #UNCStaff! Thanks for making this year’s Employee Appreciation Day Scavenger Hunt a success. Winners will receive an email soon with details on claiming their prizes.
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Stay tuned as we recognize the incredible local businesses that donated prizes and helped make this event possible. 🩵 See you at our next #EFScavengerHunt in Fall 2027!
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[VIRTUAL] Clue #17: My columns soar to the sky in a semicircle in celebration of the "Divine Nine". #EFScavengerHunt #UNCStaff
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[PHYSICAL] Clue #16: A cooling spray, shade and seating can be found at my oasis on north campus. #EFScavengerHunt #UNCStaff
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[VIRTUAL] Clue #10: Before smartphones told time, I used shadows and sun; stand near my giant face to see where the hours run. #EFScavengerHunt #UNCStaff
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[VIRTUAL] Clue #6: Long before modern dome arenas took flight, this legendary gym hosted championship nights and historic sports might. #EFScavengerHunt #UNCStaff
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